Roasted Eggplant and Red Pepper Topping

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Roasted Eggplant and Red Pepper Topping
45 min.
6
255kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful and healthy side dish that bursts with flavor, look no further than this Roasted Eggplant and Red Pepper Topping! Perfectly suited for those following gluten-free and dairy-free diets, this vibrant dish is sure to impress at your next gathering or dinner party.

Imagine the rich, smoky flavors of eggplant and the sweet, caramelized notes of red bell pepper, all coming together to create a topping that's not only delicious but also guilt-free. The addition of fresh basil adds a fragrant touch, making this dish a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds.

With its simple preparation, you can have this scrumptious topping ready in just 45 minutes. It serves well as an accompaniment to crostini, making it an excellent appetizer option, or it can be enjoyed simply alongside your favorite meals. Plus, at just 255 calories per serving, it’s a light yet satisfying option that everyone will love.

So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to indulge in a side dish that doesn’t just complement your meals but steals the show. Your guests will be clamoring for the recipe, and you’ll be happy to share this tasty and wholesome creation!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • servings accompaniment: crostini 
  • 0.8 lb eggplant unpeeled cut into 1/4-inch dice
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • medium onion chopped
  •  bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Toss vegetables with oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl, then spread in an oiled large shallow (1-inch-deep) baking pan. Roast vegetables in middle of oven, stirring occasionally, until tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool in pan on a rack, then coarsely mash with a potato masher and stir in basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein10.98%
Fat31.28%
Carbs57.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.79
Glycemic Load
22.26
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
12.239999936975%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
48.59mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.67kcal
12.73%
Fat:8.93g
13.74%
Saturated Fat:1.35g
8.46%
Carbohydrates:37.1g
12.37%
Net Carbohydrates:33.29g
12.11%
Sugar:6.62g
7.35%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:689.05mg
29.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.06g
14.11%
Vitamin C:28.11mg
34.07%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.6%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.67%
Folate:94.03µg
23.51%
Vitamin B3:3.5mg
17.48%
Selenium:11.3µg
16.14%
Fiber:3.8g
15.22%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.64%
Iron:2.53mg
14.07%
Vitamin A:670.01IU
13.4%
Vitamin K:12.07µg
11.49%
Vitamin E:1.69mg
11.25%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.76%
Phosphorus:85.39mg
8.54%
Potassium:281.02mg
8.03%
Calcium:79.71mg
7.97%
Magnesium:29.37mg
7.34%
Copper:0.14mg
6.89%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.89%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.56%
Source:Epicurious